The 1984 Daimler limousine was custom made for her Majesty the Queen
A 1984 Daimler Limousine custom made especially for the Queen is due to go up for auction in the United States during the Pebble Beach weekend in California. It will be the first time a former Royal car has been offered publically for sale in America.
The luxury Daimler limo was built to the Queen’s specific requirements and even has a rear bench area for her pet corgis to travel. A number of other special features can be found onboard including a communications system which was advanced technology for the time when the vehicle was designed.
It’s been revealed that the new limo underwent a 2,000 mile test run before finally being delivered to her Majesty at Buckingham Palace. This was done so as to allow the mechanics and engineers time to finely tune to the state of the art vehicle to ensure the Queen wouldn’t run into any difficulties with her new ride.
According to reports, the Queen would often do away with her official chauffeur and instead, choose to get behind the wheel of the Daimler herself. Sometimes it might be for a trip out around London, or occasionally her Majesty would drive to one of her other residences in the UK.
The Daimler Double Six Long Base Saloon will be on display before going under the hammer at the renowned motor event, Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California. It’s estimated the Queen’s former personal car will fetch between £60,000 and £80,000.
